On Tuesday, March 17, 2026, Environment Canada issued a snow squall warning for Orangeville, Grand Valley, and Southern Dufferin County, Ontario. Residents should prepare for dangerous travel conditions as heavy snow and high winds are expected to move through the region throughout the day.
The weather service expects the area to receive between 10 and 15 centimetres of snow. Wind gusts reaching up to 70 kilometres per hour will likely cause snow to blow across roads, which will make it difficult for people to travel safely.
Forecasters warn that the main danger with this storm is poor visibility rather than the total amount of snow on the ground. At times, visibility may suddenly drop to near zero, creating whiteout conditions that can make driving very risky for commuters.
The snow squalls are moving in from Lake Huron and are expected to continue for most of the day before they begin to fade this evening. Drivers are encouraged to exercise caution and should plan for potential road closures and significant travel delays.
